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Mass Casualty Incident: 4 Dead, 2 Critically Injured in Seven-Vehicle Crash on I-20 in Kaufman County
TERRELL, Texas — A devastating multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 20 near Terrell in Kaufman County has resulted in a mass casualty incident, prompting the closure of both directions of the highway for several hours.
According to the Terrell Volunteer Fire Department, the collision occurred on I-20 westbound and involved at least seven vehicles, including multiple 18-wheelers and passenger cars.
Emergency responders confirmed that four individuals have died, two others sustained critical injuries, and several additional victims were injured and treated on scene.
Two of the critically injured patients were airlifted to nearby trauma centers for advanced medical care.
The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has announced that I-20 will remain closed for several hours as emergency crews conduct rescue operations, clear wreckage, and begin their investigation into the cause of the crash. Estimated reopening times are:
- Eastbound lanes expected to reopen around 9:30 p.m.
- Westbound lanes expected to reopen around 10:30 p.m.
Motorists are urged to avoid the area, seek alternate routes, and expect significant delays in and around the crash site.
The crash has prompted a massive response involving local fire departments, EMS, air medical crews, and law enforcement agencies.
Officials have not yet released the names of the victims, and the circumstances leading to the collision remain under investigation.
This is a developing story, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
Community members have been asked to keep all those involved—victims, families, and first responders—in their thoughts during this difficult time.
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Train Derails in Ferguson Involving Vehicles, Hazmat Team Called Over Ethyl Alcohol Rail Car
FERGUSON, Mo. — A train derailment involving vehicles prompted an emergency response in Ferguson on Ferguson Avenue, where authorities requested a hazardous materials team after determining that one of the train cars contained ethyl alcohol.
Emergency units were dispatched to 617 Ferguson Avenue after reports of the rail incident. Responders found a train that had derailed with vehicles involved.
Officials confirmed there was no reported entrapment. Crews were checking the scene for injuries and evaluating those involved in the incident.
A Hazmat response was requested because one rail car involved in the derailment was carrying ethyl alcohol. Emergency crews were assessing the rail car for any potential leak or hazardous condition and working to secure the area.
The presence of ethyl alcohol prompted additional safety precautions while responders examined the derailed train and surrounding vehicles.
At this time, authorities have not released details about possible injuries, the cause of the derailment or the extent of damage.
The investigation and emergency response remain ongoing in Ferguson, and officials are expected to provide additional information once the scene has been fully assessed.